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Cerebral palsy is the most common disorder in children that affects movement and motor control. In spite of this, there is still much to be learned about CP, how it develops, and the best treatments. Physicians and pediatricians now have updated screening and guidelines based on the latest research. The American Academy of Pediatrics and […]
Now 18 years old, Kenyatta Lewis’s son lives with significant physical and cognitive disabilities due to birth injuries. Ms. Lewis sued the Upper Chesapeake Medical Center and responsible staff in 2020, although her son was born in 2004. A jury found in her favor and awarded her $13.3 million for her son’s medical care and […]
Gestational diabetes occurs when a woman is diagnosed with diabetes for the first time during pregnancy. It causes high blood sugar and can lead to complications for the mother and baby, including birth injuries and cerebral palsy. Recent information from a national analysis shows that gestational diabetes is on the rise, which means more women […]
I was born with spastic diplegia Cerebral Palsy or CP. Cerebral Palsy is caused by trauma to the brain. My CP is the result of a stroke at birth, which damaged the part of my brain that controls motor skills. When I get nervous or uncomfortable, my body tenses causing her to respond with […]
The North Carolina Supreme Court recently overturned a precedent that limited a medical malpractice victim’s ability to hold nurses accountable for harmful, negligent actions. The case that led to the decision involved a young girl who developed severe cerebral palsy after anesthesia errors. Her family can now proceed with their case against the nurse anesthetist […]
“But, Mommy, I don’t have to go!” That was little 5-year-old me, trying to get my way out of sitting on my potty chair until I went, “poo.” “No, Jen.” “You need to sit and try to poo.” Mommy saw some in your big-girl pants. You need to try to go more in the potty.” […]
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